USC hands Ohio State a loss, alters College Football rankings
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 3:42 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
USC defeated Ohio State 30-18 at the LA Coliseum on Saturday night, forcing the Buckeyes out of the top 10 rankings. Quarterback Jayden Maiava and receiver Trent Mosley played pivotal roles in the Trojans' victory, putting Ohio State's College Football Playoff hopes in jeopardy. Following this loss, Miami ascends to the new No. 1 in the rankings after narrowly beating North Carolina 38-35. Other notable results include Georgia's 27-8 win over Florida and Indiana edging out Minnesota 23-16 in overtime. Ohio State's next matchup remains crucial for its playoff aspirations.
- •USC's victory over Ohio State takes place on October 31, 2026.
- •Miami climbs to No. 1 after beating North Carolina.
- •Georgia secures a decisive win over Florida.
- •Indiana survives Minnesota in overtime.
- •USC's win strengthens Lincoln Riley's coaching tenure.
- 3:53 AMCBS Sports — Tomorrow's Top 25 Today: Ohio State falls from top 10, USC reenters college football rankings after upset win
- 3:42 AMYahoo Sports — Yahoo Top 10: Ohio State tumbles out of rankings, paving way for a new No. 1
"A chaotic Week 9 creates major shake-ups across the AP poll as Miami holds onto No. 1, Georgia climbs and open spots invite plenty of new arrivals
"USC's big win over the Buckeyes shook up the top of the rankings.
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External links- CBS SportsNov 1, 2026, 3:53 AMTomorrow's Top 25 Today: Ohio State falls from top 10, USC reenters college football rankings after upset win
A chaotic Week 9 creates major shake-ups across the AP poll as Miami holds onto No. 1, Georgia climbs and open spots invite plenty of new arrivals
- Yahoo SportsNov 1, 2026, 3:42 AMYahoo Top 10: Ohio State tumbles out of rankings, paving way for a new No. 1
USC's big win over the Buckeyes shook up the top of the rankings.
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